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as in handed
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
serious gastronomes should recommend their stomachs to the restaurant's chef, giving full rein to his culinary prowess and imagination
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as in suggested
to put forward (something) as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
I would recommend you look into that option a little more closely because I don't think it will work nearly as well as you think
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Recent Examples of recommended
Before choosing a whitening method, check the care label for guidance on water temperature, safe cleaning agents, and recommended drying methods.
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Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
On April 30, a court official recommended mutual three-year protective orders for Paul and Mortensen.
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Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 July 2026
Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
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Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The mapping specialist recommended an archaeologist like Webb be brought in to help determine whether the fence was built over graves.
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Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
While a calcium-rich diet should always be the first line of defense, supplements can help fill nutritional gaps when recommended by a healthcare provider.
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Taylor Lane,
Flow Space,
30 June 2026
The competitor that gets recommended is the one that can be read.
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Vaidotas Juknys,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The Platte County jury recommended life imprisonment for the murder charges and 15 years imprisonment for the armed criminal actions.
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Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
Hemp Seeds Hemp seeds are often recommended in heart-healthy diets due to their impressive levels of magnesium and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3 fatty acids.
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Jillian Kubala,
Health,
25 June 2026
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
On April 30, a court official recommended mutual three-year protective orders for Paul and Mortensen.
—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 July 2026
Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The mapping specialist recommended an archaeologist like Webb be brought in to help determine whether the fence was built over graves.
—
Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
While a calcium-rich diet should always be the first line of defense, supplements can help fill nutritional gaps when recommended by a healthcare provider.
—
Taylor Lane,
Flow Space,
30 June 2026
The competitor that gets recommended is the one that can be read.
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Vaidotas Juknys,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
The Platte County jury recommended life imprisonment for the murder charges and 15 years imprisonment for the armed criminal actions.
—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
Hemp Seeds Hemp seeds are often recommended in heart-healthy diets due to their impressive levels of magnesium and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3 fatty acids.
—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recommended
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Claus trudged to the monitor, watched the foul on an agonizing loop and promptly handed Balogun a red card.
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Channel 4 has unveiled its commissioning structure for the post-Ian Katz era, with Louisa Compton and Kiran Nataraja handed big promotions.
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The company is a major investor in OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, and a report in The New York Times suggested OpenAI is considering delaying an initial public offering of its stock to next year from the second half of this year.
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The congresswoman also pointed to the dissent of Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan, who suggested that race played a role in the administration's decision-making process regarding the removal of Haitians.
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Additionally, prosecutors allege Rincker gave Alvarez a 12-gauge pump action shotgun, Jamioles said.
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Oil prices fell on the news of progress, but uncertainty over the status of the Strait of Hormuz — Iran and the US gave conflicting accounts over whether the key waterway was open over the weekend — may have slowed traffic again, The New York Times reported.
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This rare, Fancy Deep Blue gem is the largest ever discovered in Botswana, a national treasure entrusted by the government to the French jewelry house.
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What made Tuchel into this dominant figure — one ultimately entrusted by the FA to help it to add that second world champions’ star to England players’ shirts — was his record in cups.
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His request for a release from the club was denied, and he was instead transferred to a different club in the same city.
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Records seized during a May 1 search warrant showed that at least 918 dogs were transferred or surrendered to Miranda’s Rescue between January 2025 and April 2026.
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Yes, the executive has the power under the law to issue and terminate TPS, but the law is clear that this is not a decision delegated to the occupant of the Oval Office; it’s supposed to be made by Homeland Security officials after careful consideration of country conditions by experts.
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Under the agreement approved by the board, Chancellor Rodrigues will work with Levine to identify an outside consultant to review governance documents, delegated authorities and university boards of trustees policies throughout the university system.
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Donning a loud orange and curly wig, Tel commended KC for its hospitality as a host city.
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As free press advocates rail against the privacy act lawsuit, Fox News commended the stay in a statement shared with The Guardian.
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Get all your last-minute essentials delivered to your doorstep with DoorDash.
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Colombia’s goal wasn’t perfectly executed but was delivered with emphasis.
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“Recommended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recommended. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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